City of Asheville announces Jackie Stepp to serve as Police Chief
Veteran Asheville Police Officer Jackie Stepp named new Police Chief
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Build a kit
Take time this September to make sure you're prepared to handle any emergency. Follow our Emergency Preparedness tips now to make sure you are ready to face a possible future emergency.
Actions and presentations at the September 22, Asheville City Council Meeting
City Council considers agenda items and marks 2 years of Helene related recovery during the September 22, 2026 session
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: September 22, 2026
This Council Session, we mark 2 years of Helene recovery with a Manager's Report outlining our progress as part of the night's agenda. All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel.
City of Asheville announces retirement of Finance and Management Services Director Tony McDowell in December
City of Asheville extends it's appreciation for nearly 30 years of service to the community as Finance Director Tony McDowell announces his retirement at the end of the year.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Make a Plan
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. Taking time to make a plan now can lessen the impact an emergency has on you, your friends, family, and community.
City of Asheville and community commemorates 25th anniversary of September 11 with morning ceremony
City Staff and members of the community gather to pay tribute at the 25th anniversary of 9-11 ceremony in downtown Asheville
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Be in the Know
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. Taking time to prepare now can lessen the impact an emergency has on you, your friends, family, and community.
City of Asheville Commemorates 25th Anniversary of September 11th with Special Ceremony
The City of Asheville invites all members of the public to join us as we mark 25 years since the September 11th attacks with a remembrance ceremony on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: September 8, 2026
At the September 8 meeting, City Council will consider both Helene recovery and non-recovery related items, including continued investment in our community’s youth through the CAYLA program, and continued Helene recovery funding going to both critical infrastructure, like a temporary bridge at Gashes Creek, and other community assets. All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel.
City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day
City offices will be closed Monday, september 7 to observe the Labor Day holiday. Find out more on any City provided services you may use.
Actions and presentations at the August 25, Asheville City Council Meeting
Helene recovery continues and amendments to the UDO brings an opportunity for more diverse housing at the latest City Council meeting
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: August 25, 2026
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Actions and presentations at the July 28, Asheville City Council Meeting
At Asheville City Council July 28, council members took considered and took action items ranging from Helene related demolition, affordable housing related home repair policy, a presentation of the ART Draft Plan to a donation for the preservation and restoration of City Hall chimes. Learn more about the actions that are important to you.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: July 28, 2026
Be informed in 2026! All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel.
AFD invites community members to the 15th Annual Captain Jeff Bowen Remembrance Ceremony
Community members are invited to honor one of Asheville's fallen heroes and pay tribute to the men and women who sserve our community every day.
